Senegal
The Senegal National Soccer Team, founded in 1960 and governed by the Senegalese Football Federation, represents the nation in FIFA and CAF competitions. Senegal won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021 and has been a strong FIFA World Cup contender, reaching the quarterfinals in 2002. Known for its speed, physicality, and teamwork, the Lions of Teranga continue to be a leading force in African football, proudly showcasing Senegalese talent and national pride.
Explore the official Senegal National Team squad and get a clear overview of every player selected for the tournament. Discover the key details behind the stars, rising talents, and core squad members who shape the team’s World Cup 2026 campaign.
Krépin Diatta
Defender
Feb 25, 1999
Ismaïla Sarr
Attacker
Feb 25, 1998
Idrissa Gana Gueye
Midfielder
Sep 26, 1989
Abdoulaye Seck
Defender
Jun 4, 1992
Pape Cherif Ndiaye
Attacker
Jan 23, 1996
Yehvann Diouf
Goalkeeper
Nov 16, 1999
Pape Alassane Gueye
Midfielder
Jan 24, 1999
Boulaye Dia
Attacker
Nov 16, 1996
Moussa Niakhaté
Defender
Mar 8, 1996
Mory Diaw
Goalkeeper
Jun 22, 1993
Ismail Joshua Jakobs
Defender
Aug 17, 1999
Pape Matar Sarr
Midfielder
Sep 14, 2002
Mamadou Sarr
Defender
Aug 29, 2005
Nicolas Jackson
Attacker
Jun 20, 2001
Antoine Mendy
Defender
May 27, 2004
Mouhamadou Habib Diarra
Midfielder
Jan 3, 2004
Lamine Camara
Midfielder
Jan 1, 2004
Assane Diao Diaoune
Attacker
Sep 7, 2005
El Hadji Malick Diouf
Defender
Dec 28, 2004
Ibrahim Mbaye
Attacker
Jan 24, 2008
Meet the Senegal National Team coaching staff, who play a vital role in preparing the squad for success on the international stage. Working behind the scenes, they support the team’s tactical development, physical conditioning, match preparation, and overall performance throughout World Cup 2026.
Pape Bouna Thiaw
Birthday:
Feb 5, 1981
Nationality:
Senegal
Marie Joseph Francois Koto
Birthday:
Mar 10, 1956
Nationality:
Senegal
Explore the latest Senegal matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and stay updated on results, key moments, and standout player performances from every game.
Senegal vs Gambia
3 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • Friendlies
Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade, Diamniadio
Senegal vs Peru
2 : 0
Mar 28, 2026 • Friendlies
Stade de France, Paris
Senegal vs Morocco
0 : 3
Jan 18, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah, Rabat
Senegal vs Egypt
1 : 0
Jan 14, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Mali vs Senegal
0 : 1
Jan 9, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Sudan
3 : 1
Jan 3, 2026 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Benin vs Senegal
0 : 3
Dec 30, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Congo DR
1 : 1
Dec 27, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Botswana
3 : 0
Dec 23, 2025 • Africa Cup of Nations
Stade Ibn-Batouta, Tanger
Senegal vs Kenya
8 : 0
Nov 18, 2025 • Friendlies
Senegal qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by finishing first in CAF Group B and going through the campaign unbeaten. The Lions of Teranga made a strong start with wins over South Sudan, Togo, Mauritania, and Mauritania again, then kept control of the group with important away victories over Sudan and South Sudan. Draws against DR Congo, Togo, and Sudan meant the race stayed alive for a while, but Senegal never lost their grip on top spot. A 4-0 home win over Mauritania on October 14, 2025 officially sealed qualification and sent Senegal to a third straight World Cup.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Nov 18, 2023 | Senegal vs South Sudan | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 4:0 |
2 | Nov 21, 2023 | Togo vs Senegal | Stade de Kégué | Lomé | 0:0 |
3 | Jun 6, 2024 | Senegal vs Congo DR | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 1:1 |
4 | Jun 9, 2024 | Mauritania vs Senegal | Stade Cheikha Ould Boidiya | Nouakchott | 0:1 |
5 | Mar 22, 2025 | Sudan vs Senegal | Martyrs of February Stadium | Benghazi | 0:0 |
6 | Mar 25, 2025 | Senegal vs Togo | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 2:0 |
7 | Sep 5, 2025 | Senegal vs Sudan | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 2:0 |
8 | Sep 9, 2025 | Congo DR vs Senegal | Stade des Martyrs | Kinshasa | 2:3 |
9 | Oct 10, 2025 | South Sudan vs Senegal | Juba Stadium | Juba | 0:5 |
10 | Oct 14, 2025 | Senegal vs Mauritania | Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade | Diamniadio | 4:0 |
Senegal’s World Cup history is short but unforgettable, shaped by explosive debuts, major upsets, and standout stars. The Lions of Teranga made their tournament debut in 2002 and immediately stunned the football world by beating defending champions France 1–0 in the opening match. That remarkable campaign carried Senegal all the way to the quarter-finals, still the nation’s best World Cup result, with players such as El Hadji Diouf, Henri Camara, and Khalilou Fadiga becoming central figures in one of Africa’s greatest tournament runs.
Senegal returned in 2018 and made unwanted history by becoming the first team ever eliminated on the fair play rule after finishing level with Japan on the main tiebreakers. In 2022, they reached the Round of 16 again despite the injury absence of Sadio Mané, reinforcing their reputation for resilience. From the shock of 2002 to the drama of modern tournaments, Senegal has built one of Africa’s most compelling World Cup stories.
Senegal have appeared at the FIFA World Cup three times — 2002, 2018, and 2022 — with 2026 set to be their fourth participation. Their qualification for 2026 also made it three straight World Cups for the Lions of Teranga.
Senegal’s best World Cup finish came in 2002, when they reached the quarter-finals on their tournament debut. They matched their next-best run in 2022 by reaching the Round of 16.
Papa Bouba Diop is Senegal’s top World Cup scorer with 3 goals. His strikes in 2002 helped power one of Africa’s most memorable World Cup campaigns.
Kalidou Koulibaly, Youssouf Sabaly, and Ismaila Sarr share Senegal’s record for most World Cup matches played, with 7 appearances each. All three were part of the nation’s back-to-back World Cup teams in 2018 and 2022.
In 2002, Senegal stunned defending champions France 1–0 in the opening match of the tournament, one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history. That same run carried them all the way to the quarter-finals.
Sadio Mané
Senegal’s all-time attacking leader and most influential player of the modern era. Mané was instrumental in winning the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, delivering key goals throughout the tournament. His pace, pressing, and finishing ability continue to define Senegal’s attacking identity.
Kalidou Koulibaly
Koulibaly is a long-time captain and defensive cornerstone, known for his aerial strength, positioning, and leadership at the back. Played a major role in Senegal’s AFCON triumph and remains a key organizer during World Cup qualification.
Idrissa Gueye
Gueye has been the engine of Senegal’s midfield for over a decade, known for ball recovery, discipline, and tactical awareness. He was crucial in controlling matches during AFCON 2021 and World Cup qualification campaigns.
Édouard Mendy
One of Africa’s most successful goalkeepers in recent history. Mendy is a vital part of Senegal’s AFCON-winning squad and a proven shot-stopper at the highest club level. His reliability provides stability in major tournaments.
Ismaïla Sarr
As a primary wide attacking outlet in recent years, Sarr offers speed, direct dribbling, and transitional threat. He has been a regular contributor in qualification matches and a constant danger on counter-attacks.
Pape Matar Sarr
Sarr represents the new generation of Senegal midfielders. With box-to-box energy, progression in possession, and pressing intensity, he is expected to be a central figure as Senegal transitions toward the 2026 World Cup cycle.
Aliou Cissé
A defining leader of Senegal’s rise, Cissé was a key figure of the early modern era and later became the coach who guided Senegal to historic heights. His long-term influence across generations secures his place among Senegal’s greats.
Papa Bouba Diop
A cult hero of Senegal’s breakthrough era, Bouba Diop is forever linked to Senegal’s most famous World Cup moment—scoring in the historic 2002 win over France. His power and presence in midfield made him a national icon.
El Hadji Diouf
The face of Senegal’s famous 2002 golden generation, Diouf was the standout attacking star of Senegal’s first World Cup run to the quarter-finals and was named AFCON 2002 Best Player. His impact made him one of Senegal’s most iconic legends.
Henri Camara
One of Senegal’s most productive forwards of the 2000s, Camara scored twice at the 2002 World Cup and delivered the famous golden-goal winner against Sweden to send Senegal into the quarter-finals.
Follow Senegal at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and discover where the team will play throughout the tournament. Explore the full match schedule, host cities, and stadiums set to stage some of the competition’s biggest moments. From group-stage fixtures to possible knockout-round drama, find everything you need to experience the action live at football’s biggest event.
Senegal has participated 3 times before 2026 — 2002, 2018, and 2022.
Senegal has never reached a FIFA World Cup final.
Senegal has reached the knockout stage 2 times — the quarter-finals in 2002 and the Round of 16 in 2022.
Senegal’s best finish is the quarter-finals (2002).
Senegal’s worst result is a group-stage exit.
One of Senegal’s most notable rival matchups is Mali, a long-running regional rivalry with frequent high-stakes meetings.
Senegal qualified through CAF qualifying, securing first place in Group B to book their World Cup spot.
Senegal’s group-stage venues are set for New York/New Jersey Stadium and Toronto Stadium: they play France at New York New/Jersey Stadium on June 16, 2026, then face Norway at New York/New Jersey Stadium on June 22, 2026, and finish against Iraq at Toronto Stadium on June 26, 2026.
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